The Mattapoisett Free Public Library is pleased to support a spring session of “The Great Decisions Program,” one of the world’s largest discussion groups of both civic and foreign policy-related topics. The program provides background information and policy options for eight of the most critical issues facing America each year and serves as the focal text for discussion groups across the country.
As a participant, you become part of a community effort to discuss and critically examine policy-making decisions for global issues. This is a nonpartisan discussion series that encourages different viewpoints with respect for each other. We especially welcome those who have not yet experienced this kind of discussion group – it’s a wonderful and casual learning experience in a friendly environment.
Topics for 2020 include: Climate Change and the Global Order, India and Pakistan, Red Sea Security, Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking, U.S. Relations with the Northern Triangle, China’s Road into Latin America, the Philippines, and the U.S. and Artificial Intelligence and Data.
This series starts with its first session on Wednesday, April 15 from 1:30 to 3:30 pm and runs for eight consecutive weeks on Wednesdays. The cost (for materials) to participate is $37 for individuals and $45 for two people sharing one text.
To register, please send a check made payable to the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, with your printed name, address, and telephone number plus email address to: the Mattapoisett Public Library, PO Box 475, Mattapoisett, MA 02739, Indicate on check memo: Great Decisions. The maximum capacity is 25 people. Deadline for registration is March 15.
The books will be available and distributed after the first week in April at the Mattapoisett Library by Marion (Penny) Aymie. For further information or questions, email Penny at marionaymie@gmail.com. Meetings will be held in the accessible community meeting room, Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow Street, Mattapoisett, 02739. Don’t be left out – register now.